On Thu, 02 Mar 2006 18:54:54 GMT, "Dave" wrote:

I have a chance to get a used Shopsmith real reasonable. I am only
interested in using it as a lathe and I was wondering what your opinion/s of
it is for lathe work. Would I be better off getting a Delta or Jet? They
cost 600 bucks plus. Thanks for your opinions.


how much do they want for the shopsmith and what comes with it?

I'm on my 2nd one, and though I don't use it as a lathe any more, it's a great
way to start...
If it includes at least the standard kit of lathe chisels, saw blades, drill
press chuck, 12" sanding disk and all, you'll love it.. mine is set up
semi-permanateky as a horizonal drill press with the 12" disk sander on the
other end..
Mac

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